Happy Father's Day!

I wanted you to know, on this Father's Day, that I am super thankful for the Dad you are to me AND that you are my best buddy in the whole wide world. Here are a few reasons why...

Those first few weeks, I wasn't too sure how I like it on the "outside." But, you always had a smile for me. You were pretty good at swaddling too.

From the first time I saw you, I knew that you were my Dad and that you would be a special part of my life--always.

Swimming is one of my favorite things to do with you, Dad. Even though you always make fun of my chubbiness, it's great to splash and float around with you.

This is the first time I ever went swimming in a lake. Wasn't it awesome when you were throwing me around and Mom got all nervous? She's always worrying for nothing!

You teach me about the finer things in life, like donut holes, licking the beaters, cake and Skittles!

Of course, you were there for my first steps and now I'm a pro (kind-of)!

My first Christmas was special--because all the people I love were there with me.

I know you'll tell me all about cars. I'm going to love them just like you do! When I grow up, I'll have one like this with flames painted on the hood too...

One of my favorite places in the whole, wide world is on your shoulders. The view is just better up here!

Did I mention, thanks for all the cake??

You can always count on me to be your helper, Dad. I've learned so much about crescent wrenches, and putty knives and shop vacs, and that I shouldn't eat screws...

There's so many things that we haven't discovered together yet. I can hardly wait to see what adventures are in store!

Even though Mom always looks and me and sighs when I get all dirty, I know that you're secretly proud of the gigantic messes I can make. C'mon, not everybody can make a mess like I can. My record's 5 outfit changes in one day...not including pajamas...now that's impressive!

I'm so proud of you, Dad, for all you do--being the best Dad a boy could ever have and a pretty darn good husband to Mom too! Happy Father's Day Dad, I love you! --your buddy, Charlie